Scholarship Web Sites

Wired Scholar - www.wiredscholar.com

Fast Web - www.fastweb.org

College Board - www.collegeboard.org

SRN Express - www.srnexpress.com

College Scholarships - www.collegescholarships.com

VSAC Scholarship Programs - www.vsac.org

Vermont Teacher Diversity Scholarship

SCHOLARSHIP BOOKLET

September

Wendy’s High School Heisman Awards – Available to a male or female senior who have at least a "B" grade average and participate in at least one school-sponsored sport.

Applications are available at

October

Grades 11 & 12 – William Randolph Hearst Youth Senate Program – Open to juniors and seniors nominated by the Principal must be a permanent resident of the United States and currently enrolled in a public secondary school.  The qualities needed are leadership, academic achievement, clear speech and logical thought processes and community involvement. 

For a copy of the Hearst Application please go to the VPA Website and click on scholarships under Learners at www.vpaonline.org

Deadline:            October 9

November

December

SAE Engineering Scholarships – various engineering scholarships are available students must be enrolled in a program accredited by ABET, be a high school senior and meet requirements with regard to GPA, SAT and/or ACT scores outlined in the individual scholarship descriptions, located on the SAE website.

APPLICATIONS & FAQS VISIT

www.sae.org/students/engschlr.htm

SAE International Engineering Scholarships

Deadline:              December 1

Toyota Community Scholars Program – The school nominates one senior who demonstrates outstanding academics, leadership, and community and school service.  Toyota awards 100 renewable scholarships in the amounts of $10,000 and $20,000 over four years. 

Deadline:             December 3

Burger King Scholars – available to seniors, nominated by a school administrator, the student must meet this criteria:  GPA of 2.5 to 3.5, works, 15 hours per week, demonstrates participation in community service, financial need, can obtain 2 recommendations, and will be attending 2 or 4 year college or university.

Deadline:              December 15

January

Vermont Junior Chamber of Commerce International Senate –

(15) $1,000 scholarships available to seniors who plan to continue their education at a post secondary college in the United States.

Deadline:            January 8

Elk’s National Foundation, Most Valuable Student Scholarship Competition –

Available to seniors who are US Citizens, applications must advance through local competitions.  The criteria for the scholarship are scholarship – 450 points; leadership – 350 points; and financial need – 200 points.

Deadline:            January 11

The American Legion High School Oratorical Scholarship Program - Grades 9 - 12

The purpose of The American Legion High School Oratorical Scholarship Program "A Constitutional Speech Contest" is to develop a deeper knowledge and appreciation of the Constitution of the United States on the part of high school students.  Other

objectives of the contest include the development of leadership qualities, the ability to think and speak clearly and intelligently, and the preparation for acceptance of duties and responsibilities, the rights and privileges of American citizenship.

National Scholarships awarded annually are in the amount of $138,000.  In order to reach the National Contest, contestants must participate at the High School, District and State Level.

Applications are available in the guidance office.

Deadline:  January 31, 2009

February

Asthma & Allergy Foundation of America – Available to juniors and seniors with asthma or significant allergies who plan to attend college.  There are 2 $500 scholarships.  Applications are available in the guidance office.

Deadline:            February 1

Vermont State Association of Emblem Clubs – Available to seniors and open to the public, applications must be accompanied by a transcript, 2 letters of recommendation and SAT scores.

Deadline:            February 28

New England Federal Credit Union - Nursing Scholarship Program - Three scholarships will be awarded in the amounts of $3,000.  Applicants must be NEFCU members and be applying to or already enrolled in an accredited undergraduate or graduate program.  Reguirements include submission of the application form; high school transcript, college transcript or General Education Degree, and a description of related work experience; and a maximum 250 word essay about how you will use this degree tocontribute to community success. 

To request an application go to:  www.nefcu.com

Deadline:  February 29, 2008

                     March

Rutland Emblem Club – Offers a $500 scholarship to members or their children or grandchildren.

Deadline:              March 1

Golub Foundation Annual Scholarship Awards Available to students who live within the Price Chopper marketing area.  There are nine scholarships available, the criteria is different for each scholarship.  Applications are available in the guidance office.

Deadline:            March 13

    Application packets must be sent to :

    Price Chopper Scholarship Office

    P.O. Box 1074  Mailbox #60

    Schenectady, New York 12301

Scholar Athlete Milk Mustache of the Year (SAMMY) – sponsored by America’s Diary Farmers and Milk Processors and USA today.  The scholarship recognizes outstanding scholar athletes in grade 12 with an award of $7500, a weekend at Disney World and an ad  in USA Today.  The criteria is academic performance, athletic excellence, leadership, community service, and milk experience.  Teachers, guidance counselors, athletic directors, or other students can nominate the student.

Appications are available online at sammy.bodybymilk.com

Deadline:            March 7

Rutland County Retired Teacher’s Association Scholarship – available to students who are pursuing a career in education as well as a student pursuing an associate’s degree in early childhood education or a degree needed to work as a para-educator.  This scholarship in the amount of $200 will be sent to the recipient’s school at the beginning of the second semester of attendance.

Deadline:            March 15

The Humane Society of the United States Shaw Worth  Memorial Scholarship - 

Each year the scholarship is awarded to a New England high school senior who has made  a meaningful contribution to animal protection over a significant period of time.  The award consists of tution assistance in the amount of $2,000, which is payable to the college or university at which the recipient will be marticulating.

Deadline:        March 18

For further information: HSUS New England Regional Office, Abigail Tefft (802) 368-2790

Rutland South Rotary Student Scholarship – 

Any student who has been accepted to a college.  Scholarships are awarded to all area schools.  The first place scholarship is $1000.00 and the second place scholarship is $750.00.  Students must write an essay and participate in a personal interview with Rotary members.  Applications are available in the guidance office.

Deadline:  - March 28, 2008

Town of Rutland Scholarship -

The applicant must have resided in the Town of Rutland for at least TWO years prior to the date of graduation.  Awards will be made on the basis of scholarship, leadership ability, and financial need.  Applications are available in the guidance office.

Deadline:  - March 21, 2008

Sicilian-American Society Scholarship –

Available to any high school senior of Sicilian descent that will graduate from any Rutland County high school, or any child or grandchild of a member of the Rutland Chapter of the Sicilian-American Society who plan to further their education on a full-time basis in an accredited institution of higher learning.  Students must contact the Rutland Chapter Office directly.  Contact Name:  Gary Rotella 

Deadline:    March 30

    Sicilian-American Society

    Gary Rotella, President

    40 Woodstock Avenue

    Rutland, Vermont  05701

League of Women Voters of VT Education Fund

Available to seniors who have demonstrated an interest in civic participation and community service.  The awards range from $00 to $500.

Deadline:       March 30

APRIL

American Legion of Vermont Scholarships- (Updated on 10/20/09)

Open to seniors whose parents are legal residents of Vermont.  Applicants must have been accepted at an approved and accredited college.  There are four scholarships:  Charles Barber - $1,000; Ray Greenwood - $1,500; and 10 scholarships of $500.

Applications are available at http://www.legionvthq.com/programs.html

Deadline:              April 1

Vermont State Colleges Community Service Scholarship – available to seniors who will attend one of the VT State Colleges and show commitment to community service.  Five $1,000 scholarships are given.

Deadline:         April 5

Chittenden Bank Scholarship –

Available to a senior who is accepted in a 2 or 4 year program of studies, student must maintain a 3.0 average.  The scholarship award is for $2,500.  Students should apply at VSAC, 800-642-3177, and ask for a Unified Scholarship application. 

Deadline:            April 10

Pittsford Masonic Association Scholarship – Open to high school senior who are resident of Pittsford or Chittenden.  The applicant must attach a high school transcript & SAT scores, a letter of recommendation and other relevant information to the application.  Applications are available in the guidance office.

Deadline:            April 15

Application must be sent to:

Pittsford/Chittenden Scholarship Committee

PO Box 4

Pittsford, VT  05763

Omya Industries, Inc. - Scholarship

Available to graduating seniors who are planning to pursue a post-secondary education in a field of science or engineering.

Students will submint, along with a completed application form (available in the guidance office):  Two letters of recommendation, a copy of a high school transcript and a personal essay describing one important activity or experience, in which you have played a leadership role, that has or will have an effect on your future goals.

Deadline:     April 21

Vermont Grocers’ Association  Scholarship –

Applicant must be a Vermont resident, plan to attend an accredited two or four-year postsecondary school, demonstrate financial need and file a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and be the dependent of a VGA associate or be an employee of a VGA store.  The employee must work a minimum of 15 hours per week or 750 hours per year.

Application can be obtained by emailing:  donna@vtgrocers.org or call 775-5460 .

Deadline:  April 25

Vermont Golf Association Scholarship –

Scholarships will be granted annually not to exceed the four years that the recipient is enrolled in college.  The Vermont Golf Association Scholarship Fund will annually determine the amount of the scholarships, which at present are $1,000.00 per year awards.  Applicants must be a resident of the State of VT, must be in the top 40% of their graduating class, and must be enrolled in or accepted as a full- time student at a college or university of their choice.  Applicant finalist are required to attend an interview.  Criteria used for selection are scholarship, connection to golf, and need.  Applications are available in the guidance office.

    Materials should be typewritten and mailed to:

    Vermont Golf Association Scholarship

    PO Box 1612, Station A

    Rutland, Vermont  05701

Deadline:  No later than April 20

Sons of the American Legion –

Any student who is planning to attend a trade school or technical college, and whose, Grandfather, Grandmother, Father, or Mother is a member of the American Legion Family.  Selection will be based upon a variety of considerations.  Applications are available in the guidance office.

Please return to:

Scholarship Chairman, R. Dennis Galusha

88 Andrews Lane

Arlington, VT   05250

Deadline:  April 30

May

Rutland Regional Medical Scholarship – Available to a graduating senior who has been accepted in an accredited college or university and plan to study in the area of medicine or any of its in-hospital oriented fields.  Applications are available in the guidance office.

Deadline:  May 5

Rutland Region Community Television Courcelle Scholarship –

Available to a Rutland County high school senior who has exhibited a high level of proficiency and interest in the video arts and intends to pursue study in the communications field at an accredited college, university or trade school. 

Deadline:   May 1

Frederic Duclos Barstow Scholarship –

Available to students who attended Barstow school.  Students must submit the following:  A personal statement as to why they desire the scholarship,  a transcript of high school and post-secondary work taken to date of application, a description of extra-curricular, school, and community activities and any other information that would help the interviewing committee evaluate a student.

An honorary scholarship with no monetary award is also available. Please return all requested information to:

    Mrs. Karen E. Prescott, Principal

    Federic Duclos Barstow Memorial School

    223 Chittenden Road

    Chittenden, VT  05737

Deadline:  May 5

Marble Valley Lions Club Scholarship –

Available to a graduating high school senior who will be attending college in the fall, majoring in a service related field.  Student must be in the top 20% of his/her class.  Student must also reside in Rutland Town, West Rutland, or Clarendon and is renewable if the student maintains at least a 3.0 GPA

Deadline:            May 14

John A. Russell, Sr. Engineering Scholarship –

Available to a young man or young man that has a desire to pursue engineering or the construction related field and has shown a willingness to work hard in order to achieve that goal.  Applications are available in the guidance office.

Deadline:  May 27

JUNE

Price Chopper Supermarkets Scholarship-

Available to juniors and seniors who are employed by Price Chopper.  Each year a student applies and wins the dollar amount increases.  Scholarships begin at $500 and can increase to $2,000.

Deadline:  June 1

GRADUATION SCHOLARSHIPS LOCAL AWARDS

                (To be voted on by faculty)

Abbott Scholarship – by making noteworthy progress during high school his or her senior year evidences of abilities and qualities worthy of further development, and has the desire for such development, but has not the scholastic average for the entire four years, that are high enough to qualify for other scholarships offered to the highest ranking students; or shows outstanding talent in some special field but not the all-around high ranking scholastic average, but still has worthy qualities and the desire for further development along his or her lines; and  in any case, needs financial assistance to pursue further educational training.  The faculty nominates candidates and the bank trustees of the Abbott fund make the final decision.

Jonathon C. Southmayd Scholarship – must be a senior who has been accepted at a two or four year college.  Exemplifies in the opinion of high school faculty, the character and spirit of Jonathan Southmayd as a person: of ambition and vision, of breadth of concern and of caring, of energy and resolve, of fortitude and faith.

Jason Pentek Memorial Scholarship – staff must nominate tree individuals.  The requirements are:  demonstrate strong leadership potential, and unselfish attitude toward his or her fellow man, gradate of Proctor High School, resident of Proctor, pursue a course of study in math, physics or engineering, enrolled in an accredited institution of higher learning, and receive the contribution on a one time basis.

Proctor Petrofi Hungarian Society Scholarship – staff must nominate three individuals.  The requirements are:  strong leadership potential, unselfish attitude toward his or her fellow man, graduate from Proctor High School, resident of Proctor for five years, pursue a course of study in math, business, foreign language, vocational or science; enrolled in an accredited institution of higher learning and receive the contribution on a one time basis. 

Marfuggi Scholarship – from a selection committee composed of the Principal, Guidance Director, and senior class advisor, the criteria is:  whose parents are not college graduates, who has displayed a willingness to perform volunteer service to the community during his or her years at Proctor High School, and accepted for fall enrollment at an accredited university, college or vocational school. 

Frank J. Mainolfi Scholarship – this scholarship is given annually to a senior of good moral standing and accepted at a 4 year college.